2001 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | 730 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
